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Our lab provides robust assessments of energy expenditure and body composition including indirect calorimetry, air displacement plethysmography (BOD POD), and segmental bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA). Measures of vascular function include brachial artery flow-mediated dilation (FMD), pulse wave velocity, pulse wave analysis, and 24-hour ambulatory blood pressure monitoring.
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Current studies
Improving Nutrition Care Practices in ALS through Education and MentoringAmyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) presents many challenges to good nutrition. This mixed methods study aims to equip Registered Dietitians caring for persons with ALS with resources, training, and a support network of other ALS clinicians.
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Associations between Malnutrition and Disease Progression in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)Using data from the Pooled Resource Open-Access ALS Clinical Trial Database (PRO-ACT), this study will describe associations between nutrition status defined by the Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool and clinical markers of disease progression.
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Barriers and Facilitators to Home Tube Feeding among Rural-Dwelling Persons with ALSPersons living with ALS in the Southern United States face unique challenges related to home tube feeding. This qualitative study aims to identify barriers and facilitators to effective home enteral nutrition. Results will inform development of tailored resources for this population.
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Recent studies
Modulating Oxidative Stress and Inflammation in Elders (MOXIE) Study
In this randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial funded by the American Heart Association, Drs. Ellis and Crowe-White examined the effects of habitual intake of 100% watermelon juice on various measures of vascular function among post-menopausal women. Single nucleotide polymorphisms related to inter-individual variability in serum lycopene response were also identified.
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Dietitians Investigating Needs for Nutrition Education among Retirees (DINNER Study)In this mixed methods study funded by the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics, Drs. Ellis and Jung described effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on eating behaviors and nutritional status of community-dwelling older adults.
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